Driver Helper

Foodauthority; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K with company match)

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

A leading food distribution company in Westborough, MA is seeking a Driver Helper to assist in safe and timely delivery of food products. This role involves loading, unloading, and verifying deliveries while maintaining vehicle cleanliness. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, a team-oriented attitude, and the ability to lift up to 80 lbs. A supportive work environment with competitive weekly pay and comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of driver helper experience required.
• Must be 18 years or older to apply.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced environments.
• Reliable transportation and punctuality.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Assist drivers with loading, unloading, and delivering products.
• Verify product counts and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of vehicles and equipment.
• Operate hand trucks and pallet jacks and report incidents.

Skills

Ability to lift 25–80 lbs. regularly

Strong communication skills

Team spirit

Driver helper experience

Able to lift 25–80 lbs

Job description

Career Opportunities with Food Authority, INC

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Company Overview
Since 1977, Food Authority has been passionate about one mission: delivering the freshest, highest-quality products with exceptional service. We take pride in our people and our growth, with locations in Melville, NY, Jessup, MD, and Westborough, MA. We’re dedicated to reliability and excellence every single day.

Why Work with Us?
At Food Authority, we value our employees as much as our customers.

We offer:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401K with company match)
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• A supportive, team-oriented environment

Location: Westborough MA

Role Overview

As a Driver Helper, you’ll be an essential part of our delivery team, ensuring safe and timely transportation of food products to customer locations. You’ll assist the driver, maintain product integrity, and help create a positive customer experience.

What You’ll Do

• Assist drivers with loading, unloading, and delivering products
• Verify product counts and ensure inventory accuracy
• Communicate effectively with customers and resolve issues professionally
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of vehicles and equipment
• Operate hand trucks and pallet jacks
• Report incidents promptly and follow all safety protocols

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to lift 25–80 lbs. regularly
• Comfortable working in fast-paced environments and varying weather conditions
• Strong communication skills and team spirit
• Reliable transportation
• Minimum 1 year of driver helper experience
• Must be 18 years or older

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Quick response to sounds and visual cues
• Ability to move safely in confined spaces or uneven terrain
• Strong night vision and awareness of potential hazards

Delivery Schedule: Deliveries operations run 7 nights a week, your schedule will include five-night within that schedule.

Food Authority proudly are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Race, Religion, Color, National Origin, Citizenship, Sex, Age, Disability, Ancestry, Veteran Status, Genetic Information. In addition to federal law requirements, Food Authority complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.